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Effect of structure on the physical properties

• Generally, as chains become longer and/or more
  saturated, triglyceride is more likely to be a fat
  (solid at room temp)

• As chains become shorter and/or more unsaturated,
  triglyceride is more likely to be an oil (liquid at
  room temp)

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